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Christmas Party Fish and Chips in Bowling Alley
Christmas party fish and chips in Bowling Alley: fish and chips cooked fresh in the van, and served hot from the hatch.
- Festive gatherings after Christmas
- Club and society Christmas socials
- Office Christmas parties
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Christmas party fish and chips in Bowling Alley, fried fresh
It works for teams who can’t all leave at once, with service timed to each group. We are frequently asked to cater festive family gatherings and end-of-year club parties, serving sausage and chips, cod and chips and haddock and chips.
Near Bowling Alley, country lanes are dark in winter, so tell us about the route and lighting at the spot. Timings are planned around your Christmas party, whether that’s a first dance, a lunch break or a service time.
Planning the van’s spot
A fish and chip van is a vehicle, so the spot matters, so a few things need checking. These are the things we check:
- The site’s agreement to a catering van
- A level hardstanding, drive or firm lawn
- Lighting nearby for evening events
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the hatch
- Gravy
- Haddock and chips
- Pie and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Cod and chips
- Mushy peas
- Curry sauce
The menu, dish by dish
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips.
Mushy peas
Proper mushy peas start with dried marrowfat peas. They’re the classic side with fish and chips.
Planning for dietary needs
Allergies are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Choose a lit spot for the van
- Agree the spot with the venue
- Put allergy details in writing
- Think about a gazebo or covered doorway
Afterwards, we pack up.
Crackers on the tables finish it off.
How we price a fish and chip van for your Christmas party
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Numbers
- The date and time of year
- Any minimum charge
- Distance and any road charges
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, since getting the van there costs the same however many eat. We will tell you up front.
Details that help
To speed things up, tell us:
- Roughly how many people, including children
- Where the event is
- Where the van would park
- How to get in: gates, lanes and ground
Still finalising the details? That’s fine: tell us the basics about your Christmas party, and we will firm it up nearer the time. To start, use our quote form.
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The process
The smell of the fryers does the inviting. Each piece of fish is battered and fried to order, and chips are fried in batches through service. An afternoon Christmas party in Bowling Alley can start in daylight and finish in the dark, with sunset about 3:55pm; light the path to the van.
- You tell us the date, the venue or site, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check access and lighting at the spot and send a price.
- We agree arrival, lighting and the serving spot with you or the venue.
- On the day we set up and fry fresh at the agreed time.
- We pack up when service ends and leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Share the timings for the day
- Give us your final numbers and allergies
- Confirm the van is allowed on site
Ask for a quote
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: where the van would park, how to get in, numbers and timings. Photos of the spot and the way in help. To send your details, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Occasions we serve in Bowling Alley
There is no venue to book or taxis to arrange.
A fish and chip van suits almost any gathering. People in Bowling Alley book the van for occasions like:
- Christmas family parties
- Staff Christmas parties
- Christmas markets and fairs
- Boxing Day and New Year gatherings
If people are coming by rail, the nearest station is Winchfield station, about 3.4 miles north-west.
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if the event is cancelled or moved
- How allergens are handled
- Travel, tolls and road charges
- How many hours the van serves
Christmas parties in Bowling Alley: local tips
Bowling Alley is about 2 miles south-west of Fleet, in Surrey. People in Bowling Alley book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. Bowling Alley is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we bring the van. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 13 miles away.
A Christmas fair at Church of All Saints is just the kind of event a chip van suits. A winter fair at a school like St Nicholas' School gets dark early, so hot food from a van is popular.
We take the van to Christmas parties all over the GU10 postcode area. We also bring the van to Christmas parties in Mill Lane (1 mile north-west), Crondall (1 mile south), Redlands (1 mile south-east), Warren Corner (1 mile east) and Ewshot (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (13 miles east), Woking (14 miles east), Camberley (9 miles north-east), Farnham (4 miles south-east), Frimley (8 miles north-east) and Haslemere (12 miles south-east).
A little further out are Powderham Castle (1.9 miles south) and Museum of Farnham (3.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Aunt's Pool and Beacon Hill.
- Nearby schools include Crondall Primary School (0.8 miles south) and Court Moor School (2.1 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Plume Of Feathers Public House (0.7 miles south)
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues frequently have their own rules about outside caterers and vehicles: where a van can park, access times and the paperwork they want. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work through them with you.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on arrival and serving times.
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Doing the food yourself saves money, but the host ends up running around. Booking the van means hot food and no stress.
Some hosts try a takeaway order. The problem is timing: big orders take a long time, and the food is cooling while it travels. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
FAQs for Bowling Alley
Which station is closest to Bowling Alley?
Winchfield station, about 3.4 miles north-west of the centre.
Is Bowling Alley too small for a chip van?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
Do you cater Christmas fairs?
Yes, and hot food goes down well in December. Send us the details.
When do you arrive?
It depends on numbers and the service time. We agree arrival, serving and finishing times with you before the day.
Do you do work Christmas parties?
Yes, if there’s a suitable spot for the van and the site allows it.
How quickly can you serve everyone?
Keeping choices simple and sending people up in groups helps. We’ll talk it through when we quote.
When should we book for December?
As early as possible. Fridays in December book up first.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack up and leave the pitch tidy when service is finished. Let us know about bins for guests.
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch